Florence to Naples train with Frecciarossa

Transportation experience

I booked my Florence to Naples train ticket around three weeks in advance. I used the Omio app to plan my trip, which clearly shows rates and times. I paid just €52 for my fare, and I think my rate was cheaper by booking early.

Schedule & frequency

On average, there are 35 direct trains between Florence and Naples every day. The first train departs Firenze Santa Maria Novella at 6 am and arrives at 9:18 am. I took this early-morning train because I wanted to have the whole day in Naples when I arrived. The last train of the day departs at 7:28 pm and arrives at 11:15 pm.

Onboard experience & services

I took this high-speed train with Italo, which is sometimes cheaper than Frecciarossa. My train, being early in the morning, was quite quiet. I had a seat with a table, and nobody sat next to me until we reached Rome. There were luggage racks at the end of the carriage, although I used the overhead storage. Toilets at each end were kept clean throughout the journey. Italo trains don’t usually have a restaurant carriage, but they do have vending machines where you can buy food.

Ticketing advice & budget breakdown

My ticket for the train from Florence to Naples cost €52, which I had booked 3 weeks early. The ride is smooth, and the comfort is far better than traveling by bus. It was cheaper than my ticket on the return leg, so I think I saved some money by booking this one in advance.

Top tips & recommendations

• Unless you are staying close to Afragola, make sure that you book to arrive in Napoli Centrale rather than Napoli Afragola.
• Book an off-peak train for a quieter service, usually after the morning and evening rush hours.
• Bring some food with you if you’re traveling over mealtimes since Italo trains typically only have vending machines.
• Because it’s quite a large station, arrive at Florence station with plenty of time before departure.
• If you’re traveling on from Naples (taking the ferry or train to Sicily), leave plenty of time for your connection, as these trains can be delayed.

Conclusion

The high-speed train from Florence to Naples is a quick journey that will take you across the country. Be sure to book with Omio a few weeks in advance for the best rate.